Associate Director- Project Controls

Overview

Turner & Townsend is seeking an ambitious Associate Director – Project Controls to join our growing team. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of successful client delivery. This individual will assist in leading project controls services for major client accounts and will help with wider business initiatives if needed.

• Develop and implement comprehensive project control strategies, processes, and procedures to optimize project performance and ensure adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and cross‑functional teams to define project objectives, scope, deliverables, and KPIs.
• Create detailed project schedules using industry standard project management software, considering critical path analysis, resource allocation, and dependencies.
• Monitor and analyze project progress against established baselines, identifying deviations, risks, and opportunities for improvement. Take proactive measures to mitigate risks and address issues promptly.
• Conduct regular project status meetings with stakeholders, providing accurate and timely reports on project performance, including schedule adherence, cost variance, earned value, and risk assessment.
• Provide expert advice and recommendations on project control best practices, including cost estimating, budgeting, forecasting, and earned value management.
• Develop and implement change management processes to assess and manage project scope changes, ensuring proper impact analysis, approval procedures, and documentation.
• Assist project teams in developing contingency plans, risk mitigation strategies, and recovery plans to address project challenges and ensure successful project outcomes.
• Support project managers in analyzing project data and generating reports to facilitate decision‑making, identify trends, and provide insights into project performance.
• Train and mentor project team members on project control methodologies, tools, and techniques, fostering a culture of project control excellence within the organization.
• Stay updated with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in project controls, and proactively apply this knowledge to enhance project management processes.

• Prior experience managing change management for a technical program – life sciences, data centre, oil & gas, manufacturing, etc.
• Program experience of $500M+ preferred.
• Direct experience working on teams within a complex matrix environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• 10+ years as a controls manager on capital projects, including design and construction phases.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Primavera P6, Microsoft Project) and advanced knowledge of Microsoft Excel for data analysis and reporting.
• Strong understanding of project control principles, methodologies, and tools, including schedule development, cost control, risk management, and performance measurement.
• Exceptional analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex project data and provide meaningful insights and recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with multidisciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients.
• Proven ability to work under pressure, prioritise tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast‑paced project environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements, industry standards, and compliance frameworks relevant to the project domain.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and the ability to influence and motivate project teams towards achieving project control objectives.

* On‑site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs*.

• Great place to work with opportunity and voice to affect change.
• Healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work‑life balance.
• Equal opportunity employer celebrating diversity and inclusive environment.

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